- Can Mrs. Griffith use my help as a volunteer?
- Is there a Parent /Teacher Organization in the school?
- When is Class Orientation and Open House?
- Why is school attendance in Kindergarten important?
- I need to change my child's transportation for the day, what do I do?
- What are Book Club Orders?
- My child's birthday is coming up, can I send in a treat?
- May I donate things for the classroom to use?
- Are there any fees in Kindergarten?
- How much does Lunch cost?
- What supplies do I need to send with my child?
- Will my child have any homework in Kindergarten?
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Can Mrs. Griffith use my help as a volunteer?
Yes, I encourage parents to become involved in their child's education. You
were their first "teacher". During our class orientation I will have you
fill out a parent volunteer form so that I can see when and if you are
available. I understand that not everyone will be able ot offer time in the
classroom, however you can work at home, atend special events and send in
items for special activities throughtout the school year. Our goal is to
have volunteers come in on a regular bais and work with centers, projects or
small groups. We will be having throughout the school year a varitey of
special activities and celebrations, I encourage you to attend these
functions when possible and to support them by sending in needed supplies or
treats. Your support of school activities makes your child feel important
and lets them know that you value school and learning.
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Is there a Parent /Teacher Organization in the school?
Yes, We encourage you to attend when possible. The PTO organizes many of our
school activities and celebrations. There will be a sign up sheet at Open
House, screening, and the classroom orientation with many different ways to
participate in the PTO.
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When is Class Orientation and Open House?
The Kindergarten Class Orientations will be held on Monday, August 25 from
either 5-6 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Open House for the district will be also held on
Monday, August 25, 2008 from 5-8 p.m.
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Why is school attendance in Kindergarten important?
Regular and prompt attendance at school is crucial to your child's success.
Most of Kindergarten learning activities are group oriented and involve
interaction with classmates, thus making it hard to make up this work at
home. Please view school as priority, and see to it that your child attends
everyday except in cases of illness or emergency.
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I need to change my child's transportation for the day, what do I do?
If you plan to pick up your child who normally rides that bus, you must send
in a written note signed by a parent or guardian. Since children often
become confused and relay information incorrectly, your child will be sent
home by thier usual method of transportation if no note is received.
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What are Book Club Orders?
Your child will be bringing home a form to order books from Scholastic once
a month. This is wonderful way to purchase quality books and software for
your child at home at low prices. If you wish to order, simply fill out the
form and send the correct amount of money or a check made out to Scholastic
Clubs in an envelope. As an added bonus, for every dollar that is spent on
books, our class earns bonus points, which are used to purchase books and
software for classroom use. This is a win-win situation because you get
quality books and software at low prices and you are helping to provide
quaailty literature and software for the classroom. Of course, you are never
under any obligation to order any books.
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My child's birthday is coming up, can I send in a treat?
Of course you can. Birthdays are special occasions for young children.
Please send in a note a day or two ahead so that I can give you the number
of children in the class. If your
child has a summer birthday, you may like to celebration their 1/2 birthday
during the school year. It is best if the treatis a non-food item.
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May I donate things for the classroom to use?
Kindergarten classes can alway use things for the classroom. Check out the
CLASS NEEDS page for a list of things that are needed for the classroom and
welcome donation of these items. If you have something that is not listed,
please let me know before you send it in.
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Are there any fees in Kindergarten?
The Kindergarten $75.00 Art fee is included
Make checks payable to: CRESTWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION
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How much does Lunch cost?
The cost of a daily lunch is $2.50. The cost of milk is .50 cents. Lunch menus
can be found on the District’s web site (www.crestwood.sparcc.org).
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What supplies do I need to send with my child?
Your child’s Kindergarten fee covers supplies such as crayons, paper,
pencils, and snacks.
ITEMS NEEDED: Your child will need the following items:
A standard size book bag which can be opened and closed easily by
your child. An 8 ½ by 11 inch folder should fit easily inside.
Comfortable gym shoes
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Will my child have any homework in Kindergarten?
Homework assignments will be given to our students and we ask for your
cooperation to see that assignments are returned in a timely manner. YOU CAN
HELP TOO! Set aside some time each day to read to your child. This can make
a big difference in his/her life and it reinforces what we do at school.
